Court Halts Demolition in Dibiyapur, Seeks State's Response

The Allahabad High Court has issued a stay order on the proposed demolition of 48 residential and commercial properties in the Dibiyapur area of Auraiya district. Authorities have been instructed to maintain the status quo on the disputed properties.

The division bench, comprising Justice Mahesh Chandra Tripathi and Justice Vivek Varma, has scheduled the next hearing for April 29. The court has mandated that the state government file its counter affidavit within a week.

This decision follows an urgent mention before the Chief Justice, citing the impending demolition. The court emphasized that a counter affidavit from the state is essential to proceed with the case.